“It is very unusual for a public servant to act like this. I have never see this before anywhere in the world, we need to take a decision because this affects security in the entire country.” – Senator Ahmad Lawan, Senate Leader.

“This is unacceptable and disrespectful. It requires immediate action and i think this Senate needs to take serious action in looking for a way forward.” – Senator Emmanuel Bwacha.

“What the IGP is doing is not against the Senate but against the presidency that appointed him into office, it’s unfortunate.The IG is not competent to be in the office” – Senator Isah Misau.

“What is happening today in Nigeria shows that democracy is dying bit by bit and also shows the abuse of power and office by the IG. What the IG is doing in the eyes of the world, shows that there is no respect for the law.”- Senator Enyinaya Abaribe.